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A time-rewind anthology from ZERO-SUM focusing on stories published on Syosetu. Cover Illustrator: Takamatsu Tsubasa.

Garam is a half-incubus, half-human who must regularly absorb sexual energy in order to stay healthy. The problem is, his body can only take in energy from men, which makes him reluctant to do it at all.After holding out for too long, Garam's health begins to fail. Scolded by his older brother and threatened with being sent to a creepy old man if he doesn't feed soon, Garam panics. Cornered, he promises to try absorbing energy from the classmate who will be sitting next to him at his new academy.The only problem? That classmate just happens to be Jaehan, his estranged childhood friend+

In the year 2035, in the modern era of highly developed AI, unemployment has reached a staggering 40%. This has given rise to the virtual game "GOLDGAME," a form of entertainment for the upper class. Winning the game offers a chance to reclaim vast wealth and transform one's

“You’re just what our club needs!!” Tsubaki Kouichirou is a freshman drowning in fame: girls want to date him, guys want to be him. Just a few months back, in middle school, it was the complete opposite, until an encounter with a mysterious girl changed everything. Falling in love at first sight, he undergoes a makeover and enrolls in the same school as her, determined to make this love blossom… But now where is she?!? From the creators behind “Young Master, This Is a Love Trap!” (ぼっちゃん、追い込み愛ですよ。)comes a bittersweet coming-of-age story starring the grown-ups you met in their debut hit.

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Suddenly summoned to another world, Morikawa Ringo finds herself surrounded by wild beasts and in mortal danger! At that moment, a vampire marquis appears and makes her an offer: “Bear my child.” Shut away in his castle to expand the vampire bloodline, Ringo desperately tries to escape the cruel, cold-hearted vampire—but their bedroom chemistry is second to none…?! Vampire × True Love × Baby-Making?! The dark fantasy begins!

Despite being a beauty from a famous family, Roselia Kaneph is quite literally the poorest noble in the empire. Sick of munching on carrots during teatime and not being able to add salt to her meals, Roselia comes up with a plan to go from rags to riches: marry the emotionless Crown Prince Anoch! But before she can even go through with this, she stumbles upon Anoch, who mistakes her for a thief and an assassin. Will Roselia be able to convince him otherwise and persuade him to marry her?

Mikazuki is a quiet young man who spends his time alone, looking forward to a cup of coffee. In the midst of this quiet daily life, a cheerful and handsome man, Murayama, suddenly appears and confesses his feelings to him. His encounter with Murayama colors Mikazuki’s life with a sweet, sometimes bitter taste. Just like coffee…

Rui is pissed after losing his home and going completely broke! Luckily, his boss at work offers Rui a place to stay. Rui thinks of his boss as a total pushover yet complies with his idea to move in. Rui thinks it’ll be a piece of cake to take over Hikaru’s place. Buy maybe Hikaru doesn't seem as fragile and weak as Rui initially thought. Will Rui survive staying at his boss’s place?!

The price of a broken engagement — I want to spoil my pitifully fated favorite character (the handsome knight) until he melts! Sonia, a witch who has reincarnated as the “final boss” of an anime. She knew that her future was to be defeated as an evil witch. Wishing to leave the story behind, Sonia decides to accept the annulment of her engagement with the prince — the very event that leads to her downfall. As compensation, she successfully gains Vil, the knight who was her favorite in her previous life, as her attendant. Although Sonia wishes to live peacefully in her hometown with Vil, who was originally fated to die together with her, Vil keeps rebelling against her, convinced that she truly is an evil witch…!? The “final boss witch” begins her bold march to defy her strange destiny!

Lin Yan, a cold and arrogant female forensic expert, meets Song Yuhan, a righteous and sharp female detective. From being incompatible to becoming friends, they witness the lives of many ordinary people along the way: a young girl who struggles to survive but dies innocently, an old mother who waits for her criminal son to return in the mountains, a timid policeman who faces a gun-wielding robber bravely... They fight for the rights of the living, speak for the dead, and vow to uncover the truth that has been silent for years.

A story about the relationship between Tainaka Seri, a mid-career manga artist who has only had one successful work, and her new editor Futami Sumire. When her editor, who has been with her for 10 years since her debut, decides to transfer, Seri is introduced to her new editor Sumire. Sumire says she is a fan of Seri's, and while Seri is surprised by her unique way of closing the distance, she is somehow fascinated by her...

Sawada is a section manager in the sales promotion section at the head office of a food supermarket. He is caught between his superiors and subordinates, and has a hard time getting things done. One day after working overtime, he is looking for a place to have a drink when he sees a sign that says “Fetish Bar." When he opens the door, he is greeted by a woman in fishnet tights and a bondage outfit⁉ And the queen who ties him up for a trial play is..?!

In an unexpected turn of events, Toki, a high school boy, started dating Fumi Munetsugu, the school's superheroine. After hitting it off to a good start, they faced the next hurdle in the path of romance: a kiss. Completely out of his element, Toki was unable to go for it. The fate of the world, however, depended on it...

Five years after dungeons appeared on Earth, the prodigious explorer Yoichi Yashiro was at the top. But a battle with a powerful, irregular monster cost him an eye and his ability to see magic. Cast out and branded a failure, Yoichi fell to the lowest rank. Yet, he never gave up. In place of his lost sight, he awakened the “Abyssal Eye,” a unique power that lets him sense the true structure of the dungeons and the weaknesses of his enemies. This is the story of his counterattack from rock bottom, using a one-of-a-kind power to fight his way back to the top and uncover the world’s secrets.

Melietta, a daughter of a Count, was now of marriageable age. At a ball held to find potential suitors, she casually handed a handkerchief to a knight present as a token of their meeting— Only to have him storm into her estate the very next day and propose! Initially hesitant, Melietta finds herself drawn to the kind knight. But his true nature... “I won't let you escape—no matter what it takes.” His overly protective, possessive nature (yandere) becomes increasingly apparent?

Ten years have passed since four boys and girls were summoned from another world and defeated the Demon King. Arsal, a former hero who saved the kingdom and now serves in the royal army, finds himself falsely accused of a crime he didn’t commit. The king, blinded by peacetime complacency, ignores Arsal’s calm reasoning and mocks him as a useless burden, completely forgetting his heroic deeds. Fed up with such foolishness, Arsal abandons the kingdom, grabs his severance pay, and sets off on a carefree journey to enjoy a slow life. However, his overwhelming power makes the world see him as a dangerous threat aiming for world domination!? “Fine then — extinction it is.” Thus begins the tale of a betrayed former hero who will make this foolish world understand his worth — the start of a savage, retribution-filled brave story!

Aside from the good looks... Kim Joon-young, an academy instructor who has nothing to put forward in terms of academic background or teaching ability. After meeting an old man, everything changes. National middle and high school performance evaluation of all subjects, Midterm and final exams, as well as the SAT. Get a USB with all future releases.

The ability I awakened after being transported to another world was to turn monsters into pets??A worn-out office lady, T?ru, suddenly finds herself in another world.There, she encounters a massive dragon and a handsome man.When T?ru raises her hand toward the dragon, it suddenly shrinks and becomes adorable!?The handsome man, Zylard, the captain of the knights, welcomes her as the "Saint Who Saved the Nation,"butanother saint has already appeared???

An unidentified flying object suddenly crashes at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. A mysterious being calling himself "Noah" appears. He says he has come to save the Earth, but his purpose is completely unknown. At the same time, a mysterious incident occurs at an elementary school, where 88 people suddenly disappear... In the midst of this unprecedented crisis, the United Nations' supernatural secret analysis department, Black Sheep, is called into action. The key to solving the mystery lies outside of commonsense.

Touko Hiyama, a 23-year-old anime nerd, has a huge crush on her favorite voice actor, Saku. After a small incident, she starts cooking for her cute neighbor, who happens to be Saku himself. The two become close friends, but one day, Saku's behavior completely changes. He pulls Sakurako into a passionate kiss, surprising her with his sudden intensity. His once kind demeanor is replaced by a wild passion, and his touch leaves her weak. This is the story of a sweet, unassuming anime fan and her unexpected, intense romance with her idol.

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In this otherworld fantasy anthology, multiple noblewomen bearing painful pasts or unfortunate fates strive toward love, redemption, and truly happy endings. Each story follows a different heroine—sold off, betrayed, shamed, or discarded—yet each one fights against circumstance to be loved, to heal, and to live “all-happy” endings.

At twenty-six, Gu Jiahui seems to have her life perfectly under control — a stable job, a peaceful routine, and a family that won’t stop reminding her to “find a good boyfriend.” But her calm world shatters after one disastrous night at a company banquet, when her married manager crosses the line. Just as things spiral out of control, a familiar voice comes to her rescue — her college senior, Guan Zexi, the man she once secretly admired. One kiss meant to protect her soon turns into something neither of them can forget. Two months later, Jiahui discovers she’s pregnant. While she struggles with whether to tell him, fate plays another card — Guan Zexi returns as the new chairman of her company… and her direct superior. Now, caught between professionalism, buried emotions, and a secret that could change everything, Jiahui must face her past and decide what kind of future she wants. But when Guan Zexi suddenly proposes marriage without knowing the truth — she’s left wondering: Is this love... or just a sense of responsibility? 💗 A heartfelt story of reunion, secrets, and a love that dares to begin again.